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BE A PART OF A DYNAMIC AND DIVERSE ORGANIZATION AS AN EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT FOR ITS EMPLOYMENT SERVICES IN WESTON/MOUNT DENNIS TORONTO - 2 VACANCIES

These are full time Union positions scheduled to work 35 hours per week. Required to work from the office 5 days a week

Duties:

  • Provides employment counselling services to job seekers including newcomers, persons with disabilities, seniors, indigenous, disadvantaged youth and adults.
  • Ability to case manage 200+ client intakes per year, and assigned monthly job placement(s) outcome targets, conduct weekly and monthly follow up and monitors in the WCG – FFAI Integrated Employment Service system
  • Conducts comprehensive intakes and employability assessments with clients using the Common Assessment Tool (CAT)
  • Obtains and interprets the results of in-depth career and employment assessments and creates and supports client(s) through a personalized Employment Action Plan(s)
  • Maintains accurate records and reports in accordance with funder requirements, tracking client progress, employment outcomes, and program impact.
  • Meets and exceeds key performance indicators (KPIs), including job placements, retention rates, and service delivery targets set by funders.
  • Conducts Employer Outreach to develop and secure employment opportunities for clients, where appropriate initiates a Brokered Incentive Agreement (s) (BIA).
  • Keeps abreast of labour market trends and provides information to clients when conducting job search activities in person one on one and/or group sessions.
  • Administers and records financial support(s) for clients and employers using FFAI and internal databases and processes.
  • Assists clients to prepare and meet the objectives of the Better Jobs Ontario and other training Applications.
  • Writes rationales for clients seeking Better Jobs Ontario, Job Creation and other training opportunities.
  • Conducts 1 -3-6-12 monthly scheduled follows-up with clients, monitors and supports their progress and job retention to ensure their employment service plans are fulfilled.
  • Provides one-on-one assistance in resume/cover letters/interview skills as required.
  • Maintains up-to-date job search and social support information and resource materials to support clients and make appropriate referrals as required
  • Maintains electronic case notes/rationales in databases such as FFAI and CIS and service entries throughout the client relationship
  • Collaborate with Community Service Providers to foster relationships with these partners for intake and additional wholistic support services to address clients’ specific needs.
  • Conducts client service surveys at various check points throughout the period the client is engaged in service.
  • Facilitates structured employment related individual and group workshop utilizing various methods of engagement.
  • Assists with job fairs, employer and special events, and other duties as required.

Qualifications:

  • Social Services Worker Diploma or equivalent with relevant practicum experience.
  • Completion of Career and Work Diploma or Social Services Diploma or diploma in Business Administration, Human Resource, or related discipline
  • Demonstrated experience working with job seekers from diverse backgrounds including youth, indigenous groups, visible minorities, newcomers, internationally trained professional, apprentices and employers and the community.
  • Ability to track client progress and manage program objectives according to funder guidelines.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed key performance indicators (KPIs), including job placements, retention rates, and service delivery targets set by funders and program targets.
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills, with experience in serving high needs populations
  • Self-motivated demonstrated ability to work independently with the ability to identify and solve problems and know the difference with the ability to motivate others.
  • Experience in employment counselling, guidance and job placement with proven outcomes in serving multi-barriered clients.
  • Experience working with WCG’s system (FFAI/CaseFLO, MLITSD Case Management System (EOIS CaMS), an asset
  • Demonstrated experience delivering virtual services using teams
  • Must have strong case management and client employment action plan development skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of job creation programs, education and training programs and subsidized training programs.
  • Knowledge of the current labour market and industry trends.
  • Thorough knowledge of job search techniques, strategies, information and resources.
  • Excellent communication (oral & written) and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge and comfortable using computer packages such as: word, excel, email, Teams, internet, ability to learn new systems as required.
  • Level B Certification in Career Assessment tools is considered an asset.
  • Must be fully vaccinated or be exempt from vaccination on human rights grounds. COSTI reserves the right to require information establishing the validity of the exemption.
  • Required to provide a valid Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) Police check. The VSS must have been completed within the past 6 months.
  • Will be required to work onsite five (5) days a week

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Location:

 1885 Weston Road, York, ON, M9N 1V9

Duration of Position:

 April 21, 2025 to Open Ended

Starting Salary Range:

 $58, 585 to $62, 840 per annum plus benefits

Posting Date:

2025-03-24

Closing Date:

2025-04-04

Notes:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resumes and cover letters as one file quoting reference #53-25 to the below link: https://creg.costi.ca/ui/hr/resume.aspx?refno=53-25&site=costi

"We thank all applicants for their interest in COSTI. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please."

COSTI encourages applications from individuals reflecting the diversity of our community. COSTI is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and when requested, will make reasonable effort to accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes when filling positions.